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Lago del Sambuco – Lago del Sambuco loop from Lago del Sambuco

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Switzerland

Ticino

Lavizzara

Lago del Sambuco – Lago del Sambuco loop from Lago del Sambuco

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Lago del Sambuco – Lago del Sambuco loop from Lago del Sambuco

01:47

6.51km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 29, 2026

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1.08 km

Lake Sambuco

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The lake of Sambuco is an artificial lake created by the Sambuco dam that blocks the course of the Maggia river. The lake is located at the top of the Lavizzara valley.

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1.84 km

Lago del Sambuco

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Beautiful climb (sometimes steep and with lots of curves!) from Bignasco especially in autumn

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2.40 km

Lake Sambuco is located in the municipality of Lavizzara, in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland. Located at an altitude of 1,460 metres, Lake Sambuco is of artificial origin, as it was created by the dam of the same name.

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5.09 km

View of Lake Sambuco and the mountains

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Flat hiking trail along the reservoir. Accessible by car from Fusio. There is a restaurant at the start of the trail at the level of the dam wall where you can stop for a break.

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6.49 km

Lago del Sambuco

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Lake Sambuco is an artificial basin originating from the dam of the same name which blocks the flow of the Maggia river

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6.51 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.49 km

Surfaces

6.01 km

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Highest point (1,450 m)

Lowest point (1,400 m)

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Lago del Sambuco – Lago del Sambuco loop from Lago del Sambuco

Lake Sambuco

Rock Swallows at the Dam Wall

Lago del Sambuco

Lago del Sambuco

View of Lake Sambuco and the mountains

Lago del Sambuco

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